Press Operator at Toppan, Waco, TX

Press Operator at Toppan in Waco, TX. Full-time. $21.74 an hour. Apply with swipeandhired.

Location: Waco, TX
Pay Rate: $21.74 per hour
Shift: Rotating Shifts
Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Rotation: Shift rotates every four weeks

Summary Description
The Printing Press Operator I supports printing operations by assisting with press setup, monitoring print quality, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring safe production of high-quality finished products.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform operations required to set up printing presses for production
• Follow company printing procedures and guidelines
• Assist in setting up jobs and monitor print quality during production runs
• Communicate job-related issues and updates with Press Operator III or IV on shift
• Maintain cleanliness of machines, equipment, and surrounding work area
• Continuously inspect products for visual defects and apply corrective actions as needed
• Refer complex issues to Printing Operator II or III for support
• Follow sanitation procedures and complete sanitation checklists
• Follow GMPs, PRPs, and production SOPs
• Follow all plant safety requirements
• Collaborate closely with other departments and teams
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You can lift up to 50 pounds and frequently carry up to 30 pounds
• You can perform repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements
• You can bend, twist, reach, and stand for 8–12 hours per shift
• You have critical thinking skills for machine setup and operation
• You can safely operate production equipment
• You can work continuously in a physically demanding manufacturing environment
• You can maintain high quality standards
• You can read and understand manufacturing instructions
• You have strong attention to detail, initiative, and organization skills

Education Required

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required. Candidates who demonstrate the necessary manufacturing experience and the required literacy, numeracy, and technical skills will be considered regardless of educational background.

Physical Requirements

• Vision
• Sense of touch
• Ability to wear PPE including hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hair net
• Uniforms provided

Work Environment
Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to:

• Heat
• Cold
• Noise
• Moving machinery and equipment

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekend shifts as needed
• Successful completion of certification test required within 90 days of hire

Benefits
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.